Police are warning residents of two areas of York that burglars are targeting them.
Heworth and Clifton have seen a rise in break-ins recently.
A North Yorkshire Police spokesperson said: “We’ve seen an increase in burglaries in York.
“Clifton and Heworth areas have been targeted the most, with most burglaries taking place early evening and late at night
“We’ve made several arrests and local police teams have this as a priority.”
They urged people to ensure their homes were secure. The North Yorkshire Police website includes crime prevention advice here.